[4] He continued his studies at Magdalene College, Cambridge, completing his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in 1991.

[11] Four months later, Westminster Abbey was obliged to close its doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, dealing what Hoyle described as a "shattering blow" to its finances, given that 90% of its income came from visitors' entrance fees.

[12] Hoyle conducted the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II on 19 September, 2022 at Westminster Abbey following the rubric of the 1662 Book of Common Prayer.

[14] Hoyle was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours for services to faith and vulnerable communities in Bristol.

[15] He was appointed Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order (KCVO) in the 2024 New Year Honours for services at the coronation.